Prince William and Kate Middleton may soon find themselves embroiled in a privacy lawsuit, especially considering the recent legal battles surrounding Prince Harry’s case on security in the UK.
The Prince and Princess of Wales had just returned from a private ski trip with their children when they were reportedly dismayed to learn that a French magazine had published private photographs from their vacation. The couple, who are fiercely protective of their children’s privacy, were said to have been disappointed by the intrusion.
Though the British press has historically respected the privacy of the royal family, a French publication, Paris Match, took the controversial step of publishing exclusive images from the Wales family’s getaway in Mustique Island. The pictures, which showed the couple in a relaxed setting on the terrace of a chalet in Courchevel, an upscale French Alpine resort, raised concerns about privacy invasion.
The magazine claimed that the family had been visiting the resort “in complete discretion” for the past 15 years, making it their second trip to the Alps within just three months. One of the photos featured William smiling and dressed casually in shorts and a sweatshirt, enjoying a bottle of wine outside the chalet while waving at Kate and the children. The magazine described the scene as a moment of “total relaxation, far removed from the formalities of Buckingham Palace,” illustrating how the couple enjoys their time away from public life.
While there has been no formal complaint from the Prince and Princess of Wales, this could be yet another instance of tensions between the royal family and French media. Sources suggest that William and Kate might consider taking a legal approach, drawing inspiration from Harry’s lawsuits against the press.
The timing of this development is notable, as Prince Harry continues to battle for his police protection in the UK. Following a recent two-day legal hearing, Harry has made headlines by accusing the royal family of withdrawing his security to control his position within the royal fold. The royal couple’s potential legal action would likely add another layer to the ongoing discussions about privacy and media intrusion faced by the royals.
